September 2, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$1,428
Price / day
$357
Costa neoRomantica|Costa Serena
Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Serena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Serena
Built in 2007
14 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa neoRomantica
42.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Serena: Quick Comparison
Costa Serena is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 14 years newer than Costa neoRomantica, which entered service in 1993. Costa Serena is approximately 101% larger by gross tonnage at 114,147 GT. Costa Serena also carries 2,434 more passengers. Costa Serena has upcoming sailings in Asia. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Costa neoRomantica | Costa Serena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1993 | 2007Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 56,769 GT | 114,147 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 1,346 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.2 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 221 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Serena
Age
Costa Serena was built in 2007, making it 14 years newer than Costa neoRomantica, which was built in 1993.
Size
At 114,147 GT, Costa Serena is approximately 101% larger by gross tonnage than Costa neoRomantica at 56,769 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Serena carries up to 3,780 passengers compared with 1,346 aboard Costa neoRomantica, a difference of 2,434 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa neoRomantica offers more space per passenger: 42.2 GT per guest, compared with 30.2 aboard Costa Serena. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa neoRomantica and Costa Serena (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Serena
Asia from Busan
- Departure Port
- Busan
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Busan
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Sasebo
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Shanghai
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Seogwipo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa neoRomantica
Costa Serena
September 2, 2026
1-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$314
Price / day
$314
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa neoRomantica
Average
$0 / day
VS
Costa Serena
Average
$336 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Costa neoRomantica if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Serena.
Choose Costa Serena if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Busan works for your plans.
Costa neoRomantica vs Costa Serena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Serena
Built in 2007
14 years newer
Bigger
Costa Serena
114,147 GT
101% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Serena is 14 years newer.
- Costa Serena is 101% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Serena carries 2,434 more passengers.
- Costa neoRomantica offers more space per passenger (42.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa neoRomantica or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena is newer. It was built in 2007, while Costa neoRomantica was built in 1993, making Costa Serena 14 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa neoRomantica or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,147 GT compared with Costa neoRomantica at 56,769 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Serena has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,780, compared with 1,346 for Costa neoRomantica.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa neoRomantica or Costa Serena?
Costa neoRomantica has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.2 GT per passenger, versus 30.2 for Costa Serena. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Costa Serena sail?
The upcoming Costa Serena sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Busan.
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